The service started poorly when we were greeted (or rather not greeted) by 4 unfriendly hostesses who all seemed very unamused to put it nicely. For a party of 2 we were told "just a moment" which turned into us standing around for 15 minutes before being seated. From there service was slow and food was average. Not sure it was worth the price point paid. The ambiance is decent and it is cute inside so had high hopes for the food and service but overall disappointed and not planning to go back. read more

Chris at Bar Italia is the best bartender ever. 10/10 no notes and spicy vodka pasta was gas

We went there for a birthday brunch. I parked a bit far because GPS took me to Easton town Center when I put in Bar Italia. I found out later, (after I paid $6.50 for 3 hours through the app) that they had their own free parking behind the restaurant. The place is located near the fountain. It's the old Smith and Wollenskied. It's a beautiful place: clean, modern and quiet enough you can hear your conversations. There was a skylight above us that let in plenty of sunlight, I ordered the Nero D'avola wine. It's my favorite wine from Sicily. The other drinks came but my wine was late. Our server said they were having trouble finding it. When it finally came, I was a bit disappointed by the taste. It was not the usual best tasting wine I kept boasting about. I ordered the meatballs appetizer for my meal; which were amazing! I love meatballs. I also got their house salad that was equally delicious. I felt I needed some vegetables in my life and eat healthier...except my salad came loaded with grated fresh Parmesan cheese. I am not on a diet so I am not complaining. My appetizer also came with garlic toast. It was the perfect amount of food. My friend got the chicken pasta that looked and smelled so good. I started to regret not ordering it, I will definitely be back just to try it next time. We ordered another round of drinks. I decided to try the Pinot Noir. I liked it much better. My friends had their cocktails that were both colorful and beautifully adorned with fruits . The cocktails looked to pretty to drink. The reason for a star deduction is that: our waitress disappeared on us midway through our meal. She had bright red hair so she was not hard to spot. We tried so hard to get someone's attention. Finally, we spoke up and had to get the waiter of our next table to order us our second round of drinks, which he denied and said he will find our waitress, She came a few moments later and waited on us again. We went to the bar and did a round shots and the bartender was so energetic and enthusiastic! I think we may sit at the bar next time! read more

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The food is amazing and the service is prompt and friendly, the restaurant is elegant. What could go wrong? The resting bitch face hosts with an attitude, that is what can ruin a good thing. I normally pop in solo when I'm in the area and each time the hostess aggressively tries to sit me at the bar, I'm not coming to Bar Italia for a beer and Pizza. Today "would you be ok with a high top" no.... Who wants their legs dangling for a hour? "Ok how about around the bar" I said those seats are literally in the sun and it's 95 degrees outside. All this as I'm looking around an empty restaurant at 11am. I said "I just want a normal comfortable seat out of the sun" This is now the 3rd time this has happened so it's upset me enough to say something and hopefully the manager or owner coaches this aggressive direction. * I got the crispy chicken limone and it was amazing read more

I ordered the Chicken Parmesan as my entree. The noodles were cooked to perfection as was the chicken. The cheese and marinara were very flavorful. Came garnished w an arugula salad with freshly shaved parmesan tossed in light oil. The bread served with the entree was fresh as well. Food was perfect. My servers name was Mia. She was flawless. Great personality and very professional. Told me about all the specials and invited me to come back for the Sunday brunch. She paced everything perfectly. The restaurant is gorgeous. Open air concept. Just the right volume of music, smelled good, spotless of debris, and bathrooms were even spotless. I highly recommend this establishment. I had another server and a manager check in w me during my meal. Will definately return. In great location. read more

Bar Italia - Chicken parmigiana w spaghetti and an arugula garnish. Fresh bread serves with entree. Nice portion sizes 10/10 - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I was surprised me with such a wonderful date night. We started with dinner at Bar Italia at Easton, then went to see the 10th anniversary showing of La La Land. We really enjoyed what we shared for dinner: fritto misto (shrimp and calamari with tasty dips), Bar Italia's loaded chopped salad, and the garganelli diavolo with shrimp had the perfect kick. We will definitely be back to try other dishes. What we learned, on Tuesday nights, all the fresh house pastas are $14! We had an early dinner, but before we left, the place was packed! Great to see it so busy on an early weeknight. Service was wonderful, despite how busy the place was. We will 100% be back. read more

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My fiancé and I had a fantastic date night at Bar Italia! Our server did an incredible job and was very attentive and prompt. Wednesday is martini night and we each enjoyed a drink for only $10! I had a great classic martini and he had a manhattan martini, both were great and I recommend enjoying a drink! Our food was also excellent and incredibly generous given the very affordable price tag. I loved the Zoodles with shrimp, however the actual noodles were amazing as well! Everything from the atmosphere (wonderful view of the fountains!), the drinks, service, food, and convenient valet parking make this place a 5 star experience! We will certainly be back and recommending it all for date night! read more

Bar Italia - Martini with a fountain view - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The ambiance gives it a star bump from three to four. The Tuesday pasta day is legit and each pasta dish is "only" $14. We happened to go on a Tuesday not knowing so it was a pleasant surprise. The beef carpaccio is great, everything else's was good, nothing out of the ordinary or something I could say "you have to try this" lol. There are some great Italian spots in Columbus this one is good. Love the restaurant vibe, open air and beautiful. Nice addition to Easton read more

Bar Italia - Beef carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Our second visit to this restaurant was better than our first. The bread service with ricotta and prosciutto was excellent. The ricotta was nice and light and the prosciutto was delicious. The seabass was cooked perfectly. The portions are quite large. The restaurant is a bit loud but festive. read more

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Great place for happy hour! Food was really yummy and the strawberry mule was delicious! Space is clean and very nice. Levi was our server and was attentive and friendly! I will be back for another happy hour! read more

Bar Italia - Pepperoni pizza - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I came as a recommendation from the hotel I was staying at close by. The atmosphere overall was pleasant but a little loud for me even with the open storefront. I got into town a little late so I was coming in just before 9. I sat at the bar and the service was good. I ordered the bucatini bolognese. The pasta was cooked perfectly (5/5). I was a little disappointed in the ragu. A little less meat and maybe hold back a small portion of the seasoning until the last 30 minutes of simmering. I love key lime pie so I ordered that for dessert. They brag about it on their menu and they aren't wrong. It was good and definitely better than most restaurants. Overall a good experience. I would return. read more

I had the Caesar salad and it was fantastic. Bartender was friendly. Will visit again.

Service: our waitress was excellent. Friendly, talkative, and attentive. Waters were always kept full and recommendations were on point. Ambiance/Atmosphere: inside is an elegant setting with the decor to match. An open space and open kitchen concept gives an elegant setting and truly a perfect date night location. Food: Chicken limone was amazing. Buttery and the perfect citrus balance. Two medium size chicken breasts and the most delicious pasta pairing. The arugula salad was a phenomenal match with the rest of this dish. I'd highly recommend. Chicken parm was alright. One singular medium chicken breast that is crispy, but also a little soggy with the breading peeling off. The cheese was fresh and high quality mozzarella. The bread crumb was under seasoned and the chicken was a little bland. The marinara pasta pairing was delicious. Perfect cooked noodles with a delicious citrus, but settle sauce with a slight kick to it. The arugula salad paired fantastic once again with this dish. For a chicken parm I'd say you're better off finding one else where. Zucchini Fries were good. Calamari batter fried zucchini sticks paired with an amazing lemon aioli sauce. This was a pleasant and light start to the meal. I'd recommend. Lasagna was good. Alfredo, marinara, and pesto atop a large portion. This was tender, well seasoned and an all around pleasant lasagna. The pesto was excellent, marinara was delicious, and the Alfredo was good although the lacking of the three I'd recommend. NY strip was excellent. Perfect crust and cook. Flavorful, juicy, tender steak and I was highly surprised beings this is an Italian restaurant. The steak truly was the highlight of the night. The risotto pairing was not good. This dish would be elevated heavily if paired with the limone pasta. I'd highly recommend, but sub the risotto. Margherita pizza was delicious. The best margherita pizzas I've had in Columbus. Perfect dough with fresh melted mozzerella. The sauce wasn't overly citrusy and paired excellently. Pepperoni pizza was good. Flavorful with the same fresh cheese and excellent sauce. The pepperonis had a nice kick to them, but there was no hot honey in sight. Regardless this was a pleasant pizza and I'd recommend. Vodka sausage pizza was good. The sausage was well seasoned and the caramelized onions added a pleasant sweetness. The vodka sauce didn't give me much and you really couldn't tell it was there. The cheese was excellent of course. I'd recommend. Key lime pie was good. Creamy, tangy, and tart with the most amazing sugar cookie crust. I'll say it is very rich and tangy and I'd be impressed if someone could finish this alone. If key lime pie is your thing, I'd definitely recommend. Spumoni was excellent. In house made pistachio and chocolate gelato with dark cherries to top along with a dark cherry sauce. This was amazing and the best chocolate gelato I've ever had. The pistachio gelato was good, but could use more pistachio flavor. The pistachio flavor dissipated quickly and turned into a basic vanilla. I would insist on this order. read more

Bar Italia - Margherita pizza - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Absolutely amazing. Our waiter was phenomenal, the food was delicious and beautiful! The dining room was very lively and in good spirits! read more

Bar Italia - Cocktails strawberry old fashion and wildflower cocktail - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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The restaurant is very nice inside. The meatball was amazing and had ricotta that was great with bread. We went for lunch and had great service. The staff were extremely nice and accommodating. The prices were reasonable and similar to other upscale Italian restaurants. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Okay.... Just okay. Bar Italia is a cute restaurant that's appealing to the eye! However, I think that's to compensate for the food that's lacking. The zucchini fries were ordered for the table and were just limp.... Not tasty.... & inconsistent. Some fries were crispy and others were mushy... no thank you. My salmon entree was good tho. It was tasty, seasoned well, & warm. However, the menu is set up in a way to encourage sides and what not since the dish itself is essentially just protein. So my other critique is that for the high end prices, the food should be top tier and should match the vibe. Similar to ordering at Del Mar. Bar Italia almost gives a vibe similar to Cheesecake Factory, which is not what u usually would expect (Don't get me wrong, i love CC factory). read more

Bar Italia - Salmon - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

So, me & my two daughters came here. The atmosphere was more casual than expected. The server was extremely nice & seemed like they enjoyed thier job. Ww got three appetizers. My favorite was the shrimp scampi. Extremely flavorful with a great kick. 8.5 outta ten. There was also short rib meatballs. 5.5 for me. To much coating. Then another dish with fried seafood. 8 outta 10. Our entrees. I got the short rib, mushroom & pasta. Well it was flavorless & nothing I'd recommend or order. Our server was great & took it off my bill. My daughters enjoyed thier meals. The drinks were delicious. Im glad we tried it. I would recommend trying atleast once. read more

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Our server was slow. There is no bread basket except for one that you have to pay for which was $4 for the bread then extra $ for the prosciutto and ricotta of course. It was spaghetti night so I ordered something that was decent. The place was okay but nothing to write home about so we probably won't be back. Definitely was not worth the money. read more

Bar Italia - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

First off they are owned by Lindy's. That name holds incredible value to locals. Lindy's is great - so you would think this place would exceed expectations as well. I've been here a few times; once for Happy Hour, another during lunch, and just a bit ago after work at 5:05pm (01/27). The first time for Happy was great - went during the week, sat at the bar with a friend. Staff were friendly, service was quick. The second and third time, I sat at the bar again. Was greeted by bartenders, given water, and then left for 4-8min with no follow up. Tried to get their attention. The final time tonight - he literally asked the customers on the left and right of me, but not me. Even when I put my hand up. I left. The menu is a bit over priced. I came to Del Mar after leaving there - better happy hour, greeted, ordered and food delivered within 15/20min. Stark difference. The one time I did eat here - I had the short rib starter, it was good but not at all what I had imagined. The short rib was stuffed in a crusted rice ball. Pleasantly surprised, but won't get it again. I like the look of the interior and watched them build it. Nothing can replace Smith and Wolensky. I love Lindy's and have nothing negative to say about it - Bar Italia could do better. read more

LOVED Bar Italia! Fancy and romantic ambiance with nice art, skylights, and white linen curtains galore. Can't wait to see what the vibes are like in summer. Great service with an attentive waitress. Really liked that you have the option to choose between still and sparkling water. Their Italian wedding soup is definitely a switch from the more traditional kind with lettuce as opposed to spinach. Found the broth to be bland, but delicious meatball inside and their bread is to die for. Thoroughly enjoyed everything else that we tried. The affogato is good, the bucatini with Sunday sauce special was so rich and meaty, and the classic chicken parm was tender and came with a delicious arugula salad which I call "lettuce with swag"! A wonderful meal and great newer addition to Easton! read more

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First time reviewing. Gorgeous restaurant with simply flavorful food...what more can you ask? First off, I love the restaurant! Beautiful, open spaced dining area. Tonight it was busy and festive. People were having such a good time. Personally, I found so many things on the menu I want to try. There were three of us, so we started with the grilled rustic bread topped with whipped ricotta and prosciutto. We also got some of the zucchini fritti. This was perfect for three people. I lost count how many times we said, "this is so good." One person got the lasagna and she said she would definitely get this again. Another person got the Spicy Vodka Rigate with shrimp. I got the Garganelli Diavolo with shrimp. I tried both and they are both delicious. I absolutely loved mine. It has some heat to it, so it was perfect for me. But if you're a wimp, you may want to avoid this dish. Leave more for me. lol We ended the dinner with some of their house made limoncello and couple of slices of key lime pie. Wow! Please don't skip the key lime pie. This was beyond good. This is the kind of dessert you tell your friends about. Overall the dining experience as wonderful. It wasn't perfect. There were a few service mistakes but it is a new restaurant. Some of these bugs will hopefully get worked out. I rated it 5 stars because the food was that good for each of us. We all said this ranks really high on our favorite Italian places to eat. We can't wait to come back. read more

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I was super excited to visit Bar Italia tonight as it just recently opened at Easton. I ordered the Spicy Vodka Rigate and the Cortona Paloma. Both were fresh and tasted great. The ambiance is beautiful, though it was extremely loud, understandable for a Friday night, but something to be aware of if you're looking for a quieter experience. Service-wise, there's definitely room for improvement, which is expected with a new restaurant. Our server was prompt and attentive, almost too much so, visiting our table nine times in just over an hour. Drinks took a long time to arrive, and we were asked to order our dinners before the drinks even made it to the table. The entrees came out almost immediately, and we were asked about boxing them up before we'd finished eating. It all felt a bit rushed. Also, we came during happy hour but were not given happy hour pricing, which was disappointing. Overall, the food was solid and fairly priced. I'd be open to coming back once they've had more time to get into a groove. read more

Bar Italia - Spicy Vodka Rigate - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

One word. Phenomenal!!!! Best Cheesecake in Columbus hands down! Highly recommend!!

Bar Italia was such a great lunch spot for our group of 5 with an 11:30 AM reservation on a Wednesday; the space has that polished, NYC-inspired Italian feel but a bit airier. To start, we shared the zucchini fritti, short rib and parmesan arancini, and ahi tuna tartare. For mains, we ordered 2 bucatini bolognese and 2 spicy vodka rigate. The bright, tart vinaigrette on the ahi tuna tartare was a standout for us, and the rigate had a real kick to it. Andre, our server, did a fantastic job reading what our table needed, keeping drinks topped off, pacing dishes well, and checking in often without hovering. He made the whole experience feel easy and relaxed, which is exactly what you want from a mid-day pasta break at Easton. I'd come back just for the service, but also to try their Italian sandwich. read more

We had a wonderful holiday dinner. The service was impeccable. It was the most enjoyable dining experience I have had in a large group. We did have dinner early at 5pm and on a monday but we had beautiful soundproof private dining room. The crispy chicken limone was excellent. I would definitely pick this again for group dining experience if this level of food and service could be replicated read more

Bar Italia - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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We ate at Bar Italia for the first time at Easton Mall. The ricotta bread as an appetizer was outstanding! My daughter ordered the crispy chicken and thought that was very good, however, I ordered the pepperoni and honey pizza and I thought it was subpar. I've had that type of pizza from several other places that I thought was much better. Our waitress was very friendly and hospitable, but the service was super slow. I read a lot of reviews complaining about that and have to agree with all of the previous reviews. read more

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First visit but won't be the last! We were quickly seated at our reservation time 4pm. Then our waiter showed up in a big way (Andre). Upbeat, positive and a great smile! He was well informed on questions we had about the menu and drinks. His suggestions and recommendations were right on! We had ..shrimp scampi,pizza, stuff peppers and Branzino, all were delicious!! We will definitely be returning and Andre will be our server if we're able too sit in his section. Bar Italia is lucky to have him! He is a great representative of your restaurant. read more

Should've looked on Yelp first. My friend and I came for lunch during the week. The service was super slow. I ordered a pizza lunch combo for $18. They gave me the wrong salad and it was both teeny tiny (even for a combo) and overdressed. The pizza was individual sized and wasn't fully cooked. Ambiance is great and I've heard their bar is good. If you must go, my recommendation is to get drinks and skip the food. read more

I came here with my boyfriend's mom and boyfriend and it was so amazing. I loved the vibes and decorations. Very me, I will definitely be back. It was naturish, with a touch of modernization and fancy. This is for a nice date night or fancy occasion. You already know I got an Italian White Blend wine. So crisp, so smooth. A mix of dry and sweet for sure. I got a lemon Parmesan chicken dish. It was very refreshing with the mixed vegetables, not too heavy or overpowering on the pasta. The pasta was light, airy and so lemony, but cheesy. HOLY HECK! Your girl was in heaven. This might be my new place. Nothing but raving reviews, keep up the amazing work. read more

I got the crispy chicken lemone... I was very excited about it. I did not receive be arugula salad.That's supposed to go with it. Additionally, the chicken was so burnt in the corners that I couldn't cut it with a regular knife.It was hard to bite. I understand it's the end of the night, but if i'm spending fifty bucks, I expect the same level of service. The bartenders are very kind, but they didn't prepare the food. read more

We stopped in for happy hour and the menu options on HH were great! We ordered the martini, Aperol spritz, margarita pizza, spicy rigatoni, and the meatball. Loved the pasta, drinks and pizza. I've had meatballs at other restaurants that were better, so I would try something else next time! I do wish they had a salad option on the HH menu. Service was a little slow to start but much better as our food came out. We sat in the outdoor "patio" space and the vibe and temp was great! read more

**new opening review** Bar Italia is absolutely gorgeous inside. Open air patio that carries inside with lots of windows bringing in natural light and contemporary design. My group of friends jumped on the opportunity to book a reservation for lunch on a Saturday to celebrate a birthday. Service was slow and not very attentive or detailed oriented. Some drinks came late or not at all and food order was mixed up. Give them grace when coming here right now given the staff is all learning. We ordered the grilled bread for the table and topped it with the whipped ricotta and prosciutto. Hands down the best thing ever. For those who don't like ricotta (not sure why you wouldn't but I know a few people, Jess!) it doesn't feel like you are eating ricotta. When they whip it, it changed the texture and flavor for the better. Get it! We also ordered the Zucchini Fritti. It was a large order and at a great price. Firm yet cruncy Zucchini with a marinara sauce and a lemon aoli. Good for the table. I ordered the pizza (8" for lunch) and simple salad but got the Ceasars salad instead. The pizza had a burnt dry crust. The sauce was neutral in flavor and the right amount of cheese and basil but I just couldn't enjoy it. The salad was great, dressing was light and wasn't pungent or overpowering like other Ceasars dressings. A friend got the classic chicken parmesan and it was sooo good. The chicken was perfectly cooked and seasoned just right and you can tell the pasta is fresh. A grilled lemon on the side was perfect to squeeze on top to cut the saltiness of the dish. We didn't do dessert given our service was extremely slow and server never even offered. Management did their rounds and listened to our concerns in hopes to make this place great. I have high hopes for my next visit. Prices and ambiance will bring me back. Bar Italia and Lindy's have the same owner so I expect they will only continue to get better and become great. read more

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I ordered the green salad with grilled chicken. There were only a few grape tomatoes and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on the salad. The chicken was nicely grilled but a bit dry. My friends had all ordered the pizza and salad combination plate and their pizzas looked delicious. I should have ordered that instead. Our server was attentive and the service was pretty quick for such a large group. The room started to get loud due to the increasing lunch crowd. The restaurant was very neat and clean. Gratuity is automatically added to the check with a larger group. I would definitely try this restaurant again. read more

Bar Italia - Green salad with grilled chicken - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The atmosphere is really nice. The staff were great and very attentive which I loved. The Bellini was a nice refresher. I started off with the shareable Zucchini Fritti, and I can say wow! It was light, yet crispy and seasoned well. I could have ordered another if I could eat that much. I wanted something without a red sauce, so I order Gulf Shrimp Spaghetti, it was a nice portion the flavors were a little strong so I added some olive oil and it balanced it out. Overall a great meal! read more

Bar Italia - Zucchini Fritti - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Tbh, we just needed food and an excuse to get out of the house. We are very easy to please. We enjoyed our first visit. We sat at the bar at 11:30 am on a Thursday and we luckily had a very relaxed experience. Husband got the spicy pep & side salad and loved it. I got the vodka pasta and some wine. That pasta slaps there's so many things on the menu that I can't wait to try. Bartender was super chatty, but we were mourning the loss of our dog the day before, so it was comforting to have someone distract us. He was giving us the run down of the menu along with encouraging us to come back for their happy hour/weekly specials. We're for sure coming back. Staff was cool and said that they were still working out the kinks of running a new restaurant. We didn't have any negative experience and just appreciated the kind service, especially with how broken hearted we are. Food was delicious and service was good bc it wasn't busy. Thanks for distracting these two sad dog parents and helping us feel normal again. read more

Bar Italia - Happy hour menu - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Great decor, great vibe, and a perfect location. We sat at the bar and were immediately welcomed by Aly, who took excellent care of us. We love to people watch, and the bar is the perfect spot for that. The bar area has several small tables and plenty of seating along the expansive bar top. My wife ordered the Aperol Spritz and said it was one of the best she's had. I had the Beekeeper, and it was just as good. We split the Fritti Misto (calamari and shrimp), which was really good. My wife ordered the pizza with a side Caesar, and I went with the full Caesar. Both were good, though my wife thought the pizza had a little too much cheese. I say the more the merrier, but it's her pizza! You can tell they're still working out a few kinks with the service, but that's to be expected. It's already a great spot for lunch/dinner, and drinks. The bar area is a home run. I love how the windows fully open to bring the outside in and the inside out. Looking forward to coming back for another Sunday Funday. Well done! read more

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Tough review. Space is stunning, staff was great, food was a total bore with the exception of a lovely tiramisu. I asked for a mocktail list and the server said they could make any cocktail spirit free so I was stoked to order a virgin Aperol Spritz. I think I got fruit punch in a cocktail glass. Our server heavily recommended the lemon chicken which was completely under seasoned and had no flavor. Hopefully they make improvements to the menu! read more

11/26/25 Hostess was slouched over the stand and didn't want to speak or greet unless she was being spoken to first so that was cute. I opted to sit at the bar for a late lunch and I was pretty much given the most low attentive service in comparison to the other bar guests seated. The pasta was the only thing I ordered so it's not like I demanded a bunch of checking up on but maybe it's because it's the ONLY thing I ordered . The most bare minimum requirement for folks who are employed in the F&B service industry should be to refill water glasses when they are low but I had to ask for a refill when my cup was sitting empty for a while. The bolognese was good but nothing special. I took 3 bites and wanted to close out. Bartender asked if I wanted a to-go box as he was closing me out and I said I did and then he forgot to bring me one after handing me my check to sign and at the same time he was asking me about my last name while I was on the phone and so I had to cut off my phone convo so I could ask him to repeat his question like let's read the room buddy... This is definitely a first and last visit for me at this establishment. read more

Bar Italia - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We stopped in here whilst shopping on a Thursday afternoon, celebrating the wife's birthday. Wasn't sure what to expect but thought we'd give it a try. We were seated near the windows, where on a nice day I'd imagine it's even better. But it was a small table for the two of us and I really couldn't understand why they put four people at the table next to us. Seemed really jammed in. The menu was fine, lots of options but some of it looked pretty heavy for lunch. We decided to split the chopped salad and the spaghetti with giant meatball. Not really sure why restaurants feel the need to push massive meatballs. I guess it's meant to 'fun', but it usually ends up with a mealy kind of meatball that doesn't seem to be cooked all the way. Bar Italia is not alone, there are others doing this and I've yet to find one that seems entirely cooked. Just break it up and give me three or four smaller meatballs. Outside of the meatball issue, the spaghetti was meh. The sauce was a bit Chef Boyardee-esque and the 'homemade' noodles were a bit rubbery. The salad was great though. All in all, it was fine. I won't be making a trip out to Easton specifically for this spot and if I'm already there, I'm guessing I'll be more included to try the other restaurant offerings. read more

Bar Italia - Chopped salad - Italian Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Dined at Bar Italia early yesterday afternoon with a group of seven. The food was fantastic. Standouts included the Shrimp Scampi, meatballs, Italian wedding soup, and the mafaldine chicken special. Service was exceptional, and the space itself is beautiful. The only minor drawback was the noticeable presence of gnats circulating around our table. Hopefully it's just a temporary issue brought on by the cooler weather, but it was significant enough to mention. That said, we'll definitely be back soon! Apparently, Thursday nights feature half-priced wine. read more